Long Beach State fought back from a 17-point deficit against CSUN but ultimately lost 78-76 in a nail-biting finish. The first half saw CSUN dominate, scoring 38 points in the paint and establishing a 46-38 lead at halftime. Long Beach State came alive in the second half with a strong performance from Shaquil Bender, who scored 27 points but missed a crucial last-second shot that could have tied the game. Despite the loss, the resilience shown by Long Beach State highlights their competitive spirit as they look ahead to future games.
By the NumbersLong Beach State was down by 17 points in the second half.Shaquil Bender scored 27 points, including 16 in the second half. State of PlayLong Beach State has a current record of 8-20 and 4-12 in the Big West Conference.CSUN improves to 18-10, sitting at 11-5 in the Big West Conference. What’s Next
Long Beach State is set to face Cal Poly in their next outing on Thursday, February 26, aiming to build on their strong second-half performance against CSUN.
Bottom Line
Though Long Beach State lost, their comeback effort against CSUN demonstrates their potential and determination, setting the stage for a challenging yet promising remainder of the season.